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First-aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice When symptoms persist or in all cases of doubt seek medical

advice. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician. In case of

respiratory arrest induce breathing with a respiratory device. Seek

medical advice. Keep patient warm and at rest.

Skin contact Wash off with soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and

shoes immediately. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at

least 15 minutes. If eye irritation or redness persists, see an

ophthalmologist.

Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center

immediately. Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting or give anything

by mouth to an unconscious person.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment Treat symptomatically.

Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon

dioxide.

5.2 Special hazards arising

from the substance or

mixture

In the event of fire the following may be released:, Carbon dioxide

(CO2), Carbon monoxide (CO), Hydrogen chloride (HCl), Nitrogen

oxides (NOx)

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective

equipment for fire-fighters

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray. Contain the

spread of the fire-fighting media. Do not allow run-off from fire

fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Precautions Remove all sources of ignition. Avoid contact with spilled product or

contaminated surfaces. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure

adequate ventilation.

6.2 Environmental

precautions

Do not allow to get into surface water, drains and ground water.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Use mechanical handling equipment. Collect and transfer the

product into a properly labelled and tightly closed container. Avoid

dust formation. Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly,

observing environmental regulations.

6.4 Reference to other

sections

Information regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.

Information regarding waste disposal, see section 13.

Handling and storage

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use only in area provided

with appropriate exhaust ventilation. Avoid dust formation.

Advice on protection

against fire and explosion

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hygiene measures Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep working clothes

separately. Wash hands immediately after work, if necessary take a

shower. Remove soiled clothing immediately and clean thoroughly

before using again. Garments that cannot be cleaned must be

destroyed (burnt). Wash hands before breaks and immediately after

handling the product.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage

areas and containers

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated

place. Keep away from direct sunlight.

Advice on common storage Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
Not classified as dangerous good
Shippingopen allclose all
Labels:
Not classified as dangerous good
SpecialProvisionsopen allclose all

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
Not classified as dangerous good
Shippingopen allclose all
Labels:
Not classified as dangerous good
Remarksopen allclose all

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
Not classified as dangerous good
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Not classified as dangerous good
Chemical name:
Not classified as dangerous good
Labels:
Not classified as dangerous good
Remarksopen allclose all

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
Not classified as dangerous good
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Not classified as dangerous good
Chemical name:
Not classified as dangerous good
Labels:
Not classified as dangerous good
Remarksopen allclose all
SpecialProvisionsopen allclose all

Exposure controls / personal protection

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor and Downstream Processor/User of the Registrant’s intermediate.

8.2 Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection If product is handled while not enclosed, and if contact may occur:

Full mask

Multi-range filter ABEK/P3

Hand protection PVC or nitrile rubber gloves

Wash gloves when contaminated. Dispose of when contaminated

inside, when perforated or when contamination outside cannot be

removed.

Eye protection Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection Use suitable protective clothing, gloves and footwear, selected with

regard to use conditions and exposure potential.

General protective

measures

Do not breathe dust or spray mist.

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact workers or other

persons, either directly or through drift.

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

10.2 Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions.

10.4 Conditions to avoid Heat, flames and sparks.

Exposure to light.

10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases, Strong acids

10.6 Hazardous

decomposition products

no data available

Disposal considerations

During the whole life cycle of the substance all necessary measures in accordance to

art. 18(4) of (EC) 1907/2006 are undertaken. The substance is handled under strictly

controlled conditions.

Additional information, e.g.:

Waste air from the process is being burnt.

Solvents, mother liquors, solid or aqueous waste is being burnt.

General information to chapter 11:

Data source (MSDS):

Bayer CropScience AG,

Alfred-Nobel-Straße 50,

40789 Monheim am Rhein,

Germany

Product "2-Chloro-3-methyl-4-methylsulfonyl benzoic acid ", revised: 2009

Data source (SAP/EHS-System) (Transport-Information):

Bayer CropScience AG,

Alfred-Nobel-Straße 50,

40789 Monheim am Rhein,

Germany